Gareth Bale explains why you don’t say no to Real Madrid after Trent Alexander-Arnold fury
17-04-2025 11:05 via metro.co.uk

Gareth Bale explains why you don’t say no to Real Madrid after Trent Alexander-Arnold fury

Bale retired from football in January 2023 (Picture: Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)Since retiring from football very much on his terms two years ago, Gareth Bale has put some distance between himself and the game he devoted his life to.The Wales legend bowed out at the relatively tender age of 33 having amassed a stunning haul of silverware at Real Madrid that included five Champions League titles and three La Liga crowns.  Bale did not hesitate to leave the Premier League to join arguab
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